Jaeden Martell

Born on January 4, 2003, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jaeden Martell began his career as a child actor. Initially credited under his family name, Lieberher, he later adopted his mother’s maiden name, Martell, in 2019. His early life saw a move to Los Angeles at the age of eight in 2011, setting the stage for his entry into the entertainment industry. Martell’s foundation in acting was built through commercials for prominent brands such as Hot Wheels, Google, Moneysupermarket, Liberty Mutual, Hyundai (including a 2013 Super Bowl advertisement), Verizon Fios, and General Electric. His first significant film appearance was in “St. Vincent” (2014) alongside Bill Murray, a role that earned him a nomination for the Critics’ Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer and marked the beginning of a notable career progression.

Martell’s career advanced with roles in films like Cameron Crowe’s “Aloha” (2015) and Jeff Nichols’ science fiction film “Midnight Special” (2016). His breakthrough came in 2017 with his portrayal of Bill Denbrough in the film adaptation of Stephen King’s “It.” This commercial success was further solidified when he reprised the role in the 2019 sequel, “It Chapter Two.” Expanding his range, Martell featured in Rian Johnson’s mystery film “Knives Out” (2019) and took on a leading role in the Apple miniseries “Defending Jacob” (2020), showcasing his ability to handle complex characters in high-profile projects. These roles, spanning horror, drama, and mystery, highlighted his talent for engaging audiences across diverse genres.

Continuing his trajectory, Martell has appeared in a variety of projects, including voicing Morty Smith in promotional interstitials for “Rick and Morty” in 2021, and starring as Kevin in the Netflix film “Metal Lords” (2022). He also played the lead role of Craig in “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone” (2022), based on Stephen King’s novella. Most recently, Martell expanded his filmography with roles in “Y2K” (2024) and “Arcadian” (2024). Beyond acting, he has ventured into production, serving as a producer for “Our Hero, Balthazar” (2025) and an executive producer for “Out of Body” (2025). His consistent involvement in both acting and production underscores his commitment to the craft and positions him as a developing force in the entertainment landscape.